#ministerial-roles

#ministerial-roles

Disappointment over the low representation of women in ministerial roles amid the new government appointments.

Fianna Fáil will dominate cabinet positions with eight full ministers, emphasizing infrastructure and public expenditure amidst coalition negotiations.

Independent TDs are crucial to the next coalition government formation with Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil.

Independent TDs are advocating for the Department of Rural Affairs to gain full cabinet status and additional ministerial roles.

Senior appointments in Fianna Fáil indicate key leadership roles and influence on relevant portfolios.

Incoming junior ministers will receive a travel and accommodation allowance to encourage taking ministerial roles, resolving previous financial disincentives.

Government formation talks will pause over Christmas and resume in early January.

Independent TDs actively engaged in shaping a robust Programme for Government with a focus on policy issues.

Verona Murphy elected as Ceann Comhairle showcases the willingness of major parties to collaborate with independent representatives.